A maculopapular exanthem, Koplik spots, and fever in an unvaccinated patient are spot on for measles. With measles back on the rise, let’s remind ourselves of the basics. The rash can start 2 to 4 days after the fever starts, and spreads cephalocaudally. Management involves supportive care, vitamin A supplementation for those susceptible to deficiency, and postexposure prophylaxis for contacts. Keep in mind that the infection causes immune amnesia for weeks to months after the infection. Vaccination against measles is certainly a safer and effective alternative to primary infection. Need a memory booster on measles? Check out this Double Take video!
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A maculopapular exanthem, Koplik spots, and fever in an unvaccinated patient are spot on for measles. With measles back on the rise, let’s remind ourselves of the basics. The rash can start 2 to 4 days after the fever starts, and spreads cephalocaudally. Management involves supportive care, vitamin A supplementation for those susceptible to deficiency, and postexposure prophylaxis for contacts. Keep in mind that the infection causes immune amnesia for weeks to months after the infection. Vaccination against measles is certainly a safer and effective alternative to primary infection. Need a memory booster on measles? Check out this Double Take video!